Operations Leadership Development Program

Operations Leadership Development Program

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Our Operations Leadership Development Program (OLDP) is designed to shape the future leaders of Polaris by offering recent graduates a comprehensive and immersive experience in operational excellence. This rotational program focuses on developing the expertise needed to effectively lead plant operations and distribution centers to achieve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost goals, streamline processes, enhance supply chain management, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Through targeted mentorship and impactful projects, we aim to empower participants to drive innovation and operational success, contributing significantly to our commitment to delivering efficient, high-quality operations and exceptional powersports products.

Through your Operations rotations, you will be given challenging assignments to accelerate your career development for future positions of significant responsibility. The variety of work gives you an introduction to what working at Polaris is all about and helps you decide where you can best apply your interests to meet the company's needs. During this program, you will also establish mentor relationships with our business leadership that will continue throughout your career with Polaris. Polaris provides the resources, support, and environment you need to achieve both personal and professional success in this role.

Program Length : 3 Years

Rotation Length : 1 Year (3X)

Placement Locations could Include

Medina, MN; Monticello, MN; Roseau, MN; Wyoming, MN; Plymouth, MN Huntsville, AL; Spirit Lake, IA; Osceola, WI; Battle Ground, WA; Fernley, NV : Wilmington, OH; or Vermillion, SD.

Areas you will gain exposure to in your rotations include :

• Manufacturing Engineering
• Sourcing
• Material Flow, & Logistics
• Manufacturing Quality, Supplier Quality, Supplier Development
• New Product Introduction
• Lean
• Production Line and / or Distribution Center Supervisor
• Project Management

Upon completion of the program, you will transition into a full-time Operations related position within the business, contingent on business needs and the skills and experience you demonstrate during the program.

Program Advantages : As a Polaris employee, you will enjoy specific benefits beyond rotational experiences, including :

Polaris Benefit Highlights

The Selection Process

Applications are open from August -November each year. Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted candidates will typically be contacted for an initial phone screen by the end of November. Candidates selected to move forward will be invited to participate in a virtual panel interview with an identified HR business partner and functional leaders. Successful candidates would move forward to an offer. Upon accepting your offer, you will collaborate with the Polaris Early Talent Team.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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